In this case, however, the cab driver wanted no money in exchange for his information and what he told us was that there was a festival called Thaipusam going on the very next day that he thought I would enjoy as a …

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Thaipusam is a religious festivity celebrated by Tamil Hindus in Malaysia, Singapore, India, Sri Lanka, and Mauritius. The name was derived from Thai, a month in the Tamil calendar, and Pusam, a star is at its highest during …

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Thaipusam: honoring Lord Murugan, Tamil God of War | Festivals

Located north of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Batu Caves is a network of caves and cave temples located in a limestone hill. Popularly known as the country's “Limestone Caves,” the name was derived from the Batu River, which ..

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Every religion has its culture of atonements and vows. Bigger the wish or deeper the gratitude, more eager is the follower to undertake an arduous and grueling journey. A Christian would walk miles on his knees out of faith.

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Media Event 11/5/2012 (Friday). Re: 1) Police cover-up murder of Murugesu, shot dead in Batu Caves : Police report by widow.

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I found an area called Batu and it is famous for the Batu Caves . It is an old Hindu shrine that is situated inside a mountain. It is considered one of the most important Hindu shrines outside of India

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In conjunction with Mother's Day on May 13 , 2012 , Artha Dharma is organizing a spiritual tour to Batu Caves and sight seeing to few places in KL for 44 single/elderly mothers. They are from Klang , Kapar and Kuala Selangor …

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Thaipusam 2012 – Penang. All of us are familiar with the huge crowds, the panthal-lined roads, the loud music, the scores of kavadi, the snacks and sweets, and the overpriced food. The fanfare is so great that the whole …

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One of the best places to witness the spectacle is Batu Caves , just outside Kuala Lumpur. The caves themselves are dedicated to the Hindu Lord Subramanium.

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Batu Cave in Malaysia (April 22, 2012). Batu cave is one of the most popular Hindu shrines outside India, dedicated to Lord Murugan

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